Understanding energy ratings If you’ve ever shopped for a new air conditioner, furnace, or even a window unit, you’ve probably seen energy rating data listed somewhere on the product. Knowing what those numbers mean, and how to compare them, can save you a lot of money over the life of your equipment. Making sense of the numbers Ratings help you make smart choices   Energy ratings were established to provide a baseline for comparing heating and air conditioning equipment based on the energy it uses to keep you comfortable. In a sense, you can think of energy...

When a home’s humidity is not controlled it can lead to health issues and discomfort. Low humidity homes can cause dry nose or itchy skin. Many viruses flourish in low humidity environments causing a health risk by increasing the likelihood of catching colds, flu, or irritating already present chronic upper respiratory issues. Environments with high humidity can cause mildew, musty odors, clammy skin, and potential home damage. Aprilaire Humidity Control Aprilaire Humidity Control can protect your family and your home from the effects of high or low humidity.  With automated humidity control keeping...